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This is a snack from the region of Telangana in Andhra Pradesh.My mom is a teacher and her students used to get her these during sankranthi.She later enquired her friends how to do this and made it at home.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:4Ingredients:1 cup Rice Flour1/3 cup Chana Dal1 teaspoon Ginger garlic paste1 teaspoon oil1/4-1/2 teaspoon Red... Continue Reading →
Also called as Aratikaya Ava Pettina Kura in Telugu Language. Aratikaya is plantain and Ava pettina kura means mustard based preparation. This dish is native to Andhra Pradesh state of southern India. Mustard is used to generate warmth in the body, such preparations in the olden days were made during the winter months to generate... Continue Reading →
This recipe is a pure milk fudge recipe.It originated from the town of Rajhamundry in Andhra Pradesh.This is a time taking recipe and needs patience. I'm also giving an alternative for those who do not have so much patience to make kova from scratch.But,trust me fresh made kova is so divine.Preparation time:1 hour 10 minutesServes:20Ingredients:1/2... Continue Reading →
This dish is a stir fried egg and broccoli preparation tempered with Indian spices, served with rice or roti.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:4Ingredients:4 eggs1 cup chopped onions2 cup chopped broccoli1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds1 teaspoon chana dal1 teaspoon urad dal1 spring curry leaves3 green chillies minced3 garlic cloves mincedsalt to taste2 1/2 tsp oil1/2 teaspoon coriander powder1/2... Continue Reading →
This simple rice dish is an accompaniment with any curry. It is gentle in flavor and tasty so you can eat it with your favorite Curry.Preparation time: 40 minutesServings:4Ingredients:2 cups Basmati Rice 1 cup Coconut milk 1/2 cup chopped Onions 1/3 cup chopped Carrots 1/3 cup 1 cup Potatoes cubed(1/2 inch cube)1/4 cup Cashews split... Continue Reading →
Chole curry was the very first recipe I have tried. This is one dish I'm famous for and I think its quite simple provided the gravy is done right.Preparation time:40 minutesServes:6Ingredients:Chickpeas(cooked 3 cups)2 ripe medium tomatoes pureed1 1/2 medium onions pureed1 teaspoon chole masala(I recommend the Shan brand)2 teaspoons oil5 green chilies ground along with... Continue Reading →
This is a spicy preparation from andhra which uses ripe red chilies usually eaten by itself or combined with tomatoes to get a spicy tangy chutney.They look like the picture below or smaller.In the USA I think we can use habanaro peppers for a replacement for the spice they offer.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:6Ingredients:3 cups Ripe Red... Continue Reading →
A protein rich healthy lentil crepe made with green moong beans,ideal for a breakfast or as a main course.Preparation time:20 minutesServes:2Ingredients:1 cup whole moong dal(with skin)1/2 cup rice(white/red/brown)1/2 inch piece ginger2 green chilisalt to taste1 teaspoon oil1 teaspoon cuminProcedure:1.Soak the moong dal and rice in water overnight.2.Grind the dal and rice along with the rest... Continue Reading →
A spicy Indian Chutney prepared with coconut and spices used as an accompaniment for dosas(crepes) or Idli and other Indian Breakfast Items.Preparation time: 20 minutesServes :4 personsIngredients:1 1/2 cup of freshly grated coconut1/4 cup peanuts1/4 cup putnalu(bhuna chana/roasted chana dal)1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds1 teaspoon urad dal1 teaspoon chana dal4 dry red chilli1/2-1... Continue Reading →
This is a delicious and creamy, yet healthy mushroom curry perfect for the fall season.Preparation time:30 minutesServes:4 Ingredients:4 cups mushrooms diced1 cup savory pumpkin puree(boil the pumpkin pieces in water and mash)1/2 cup finely chopped onion 3 cloves Garlic minced1 teaspoon grated Ginger1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder6 green chili mincedSalt to taste1 teaspoon Cumin seeds1 teaspoon mustard... Continue Reading →
Prathima Koneru 